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RL-2 zone in Gibsons: Low-Density Residential Waterfront Zone

Gibsons, British ColumbiaDraft, not yet reviewedBylaw read 2026-11-07

In short

Low-density, ground-oriented homes adapted to the terrain of the waterfront.

Zone rules

PurposeLow-density, ground-oriented homes adapted to the terrain of the waterfront.
Main usesResidential
Also allowed (secondary uses)
  • Accessory Buildings
  • Home Occupation
  • Short-Term Rental
Docks, piers and wharves are not permitted as an accessory use.
Minimum lot area250 m²
Minimum lot width10 m (interior lot with rear lane); 12 m (corner lot with rear lane); 13 m (interior lot, no rear lane); 15 m (corner lot, no rear lane)
Maximum lot coverage75%
Maximum density3 dwelling units on lots 280 m² or smaller; 4 dwelling units on lots larger than 280 m²
Maximum height4.5 m, measured from the average grade of the sidewalk or pavement on Marine Drive or Marine Crescent fronting the uphill side of the lot
Front setback1.5 m
Rear setback2 m (no rear lane)
Interior side setback1.5 m
Street side setback3 m
Other rules
  • Max 325 m² gross floor area for a dwelling unit that is the only unit in its building
  • Max building length (longitudinal axis) 20 m
  • Min lot depth 15 m

Source: Zoning Bylaw No. 1342, 2025 (consolidated for convenience to include 1342-01, June 2026), s. 2.2.2 (read 2026-11-07)

Rules in the bylaw's general sections (parking, fences, suites, home businesses) also apply, and a lot can have site-specific rules. The Town's consolidation is for convenience only. Bylaw 1342 repeals the former Zoning Bylaw No. 1065, 2007. Zone pages are taken from the bylaw text by a research agent and have not yet been reviewed by a person: confirm with the bylaw before you rely on them. How answers are checked.

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